The Cedars Union, a nonprofit arts incubator in Dallas, has opened applications for its sixth cohort of artists. The 18-month program offers affordable studio spaces (64–200 sq ft at $1.60/sq ft), 24/7 access to communal workspaces with woodworking, printing, and textile equipment, plus critiques, workshops, lectures, and exhibitions. The jury includes Emily Budd, Thomas Feulmer, Christina Hahn, Ade Omotosho, and Ahava Silkey-Jones. Applications close June 12, 2026, with the cohort running September 1, 2026 to February 29, 2028.
This call matters because it provides critical infrastructure and professional development for emerging and mid-career artists in the Dallas area, addressing the persistent challenge of affordable studio space and community support. The program’s inclusion of former cohort members on the jury and partnerships with local institutions like the Dallas Museum of Art and Southern Methodist University underscores its role in strengthening the regional art ecosystem.